Drunk and Daring I Kissed a Tycoon novel Chapter 342

Vespera blinked, a trace of shyness flickering in her eyes. She gave a quiet, almost inaudible hum in acknowledgment.

Dominic's gaze hardened, chilling to the core.

"Mr. Reid, I'll get back to work."

Vespera straightened, her posture regaining its usual poise. With the tablet in hand, she turned and walked out, each step firm and unwavering.

Dominic's fury erupted.

It wasn't just the denial—she was outright rejecting any responsibility.

The morning passed in a blur.

Vespera entered and exited Dominic's office several times.

One moment, she'd come in to inform him of an upcoming meeting; the next, she was delivering the requested documents, only to return soon after with another cup of coffee.

Gerard certainly buzzed around him like a busy bee.

Whenever Dominic asked Vespera something, she answered with a bright, unwavering smile.

If he remained silent, she'd quietly leave after setting down what she was carrying.

A luncheon was scheduled for noon.

Both Vespera and Gerard attended.

The executives at the table were unyielding in their attempts to get everyone to drink, pushing the limits to an almost maddening degree.

Throughout the meal, Vespera did her best to shield Gerard from the pressure—she couldn't let him bear the burden alone.

Dominic intervened several times, but no matter how many times he raised his glass, Vespera would quickly take it from him and drink it herself.

By the end of the meal, Vespera's cheeks were flushed, while Gerard had bolted for the restroom to vomit.

"Gerard, are you okay?" Vespera called out.

She stumbled a few steps forward. Dominic quickly stepped in to steady her, guiding her out of the restaurant and into the car.

"Why did you drink when I told you not to?" he asked.

Vespera tilted her head, her words slurring. "If I'm not drinking, then it's either you or Gerard... So what's the point of my being here? After all, I'm your secretary."

"…Vespera, are you saying you don't want to be my girlfriend anymore?"

"I never meant to be responsible for you," she muttered.

Dominic's heart clenched. He grabbed her face, turning it to face him. "What did you just say?"